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My Top 5 Wellness Subscriptions That Are Actually Worth the Hype
I don’t know who needs to hear this, but self-care is more than bubble baths and wine on the couch (although — yes, please to both). For me, self-care has evolved into something deeper. It’s about feeling good in my body, protecting my peace, fueling my mind and spirit, and showing up as the best version of myself — not just for others, but for me.Over the years, I’ve tried all the fads, the apps, the boxes, the challenges. Some ended up collecting dust in my email or closet (looking at you, un...
Wi-Fi, Workouts & Windy Day Yoga: The Creature Comforts I Refused to Ditch (Even After Moving to a…
Let’s talk about the little luxuries we swear we can’t live without… until life says plot twist! and suddenly, you’re trading square footage for sea breezes. 😏When I moved from my traditional home to my Catalina 381 boat (yes, on the water, for real), there were a few creature comforts I was not about to give up. I mean, minimalism is cute until you can’t stream Netflix, check your email, or do a proper downward dog without crashing into your dining table.So here’s what I kept, what I tweaked, a...
Why I Ditched My Big Beautiful House for a Chris Craft 381 Catalina (and Why I’d Still Do It Again…
Let me tell you a little story about a woman, a house, and a dream.Once upon a time, I lived in a gorgeous, spacious 2,800-square-foot home with rooms I barely stepped foot in, closets stuffed with things I thought I couldn’t live without, and a mortgage payment that made me want to stress-eat my way through a Costco-sized tub of cookie dough. It looked like the dream. But it felt like a trap. Financially. Emotionally. Energetically.So what did I do? I traded it all in for a 381 Christ Craft Cat...
Wake Up, Sister: Why The Handmaid’s Tale Doesn’t Feel Like Fiction Anymore (And What We Can Do…
I finally started watching The Handmaid’s Tale (yes, I know — I’m late to the resistance party). One episode in and I was hooked… and horrified. Not just because of the haunting imagery or the bone-chilling oppression, but because — deep breath — it doesn’t feel like fiction anymore.And that’s the part that’s both wildly engaging… and absolutely terrifying.For those not familiar (or who somehow dodged the trauma-drenched spoilers), The Handmaid’s Tale is set in a dystopian world called Gilead, w...
How to Heal Your Nervous System After Leaving a Toxic Relationship (And Get Your Spark Back!)
Leaving a toxic relationship? Hell yes, you are! But let’s be real — it’s not all sunshine and freedom right away. Your nervous system has been riding the stress rollercoaster for way too long, and now it’s time to get off that wild ride and step into the peace you deserve. If you’re feeling constantly on edge, exhausted, or emotionally zapped even after breaking free, you’re not crazy — your body has been stuck in survival mode. But don’t worry, we’re about to fix that. Buckle up, because we’re...
5-Minute Rituals to Shift Your Energy and Manifest Your Dream Life
Ever wake up feeling meh — like you need 3 cups of coffee, a pep talk from Oprah, and a sign from the universe just to function? Yeah, same. (In fact, I sometimes think I’m the Queen of “aww do I haaavvvee to?)Not yet a friend of Medium? You can read this story here!But here’s the deal: your energy determines what you attract. If you’re vibing low, you’re going to pull in stress, frustration, and more “meh.” But if you shift your energy — even just for five minutes — you can reboot your mindset,...
Sleepwalking, Tea-Making, and Cat Wrangling
I’ve always had a complicated relationship with sleep. Or rather, sleep has had a complicated relationship with me. I don’t just sleep — I perform. I have walked, talked, argued, laughed, and even performed domestic duties, all while completely unconscious. I once woke up to find that I had made a full cup of tea in the middle of the night. The worst part? I don’t even like tea.Then there was the time my cat mysteriously ended up outside overnight. No one let him out. Well, no one conscious, any...
From Anxious Wreck to Zen Queen
If you’ve ever been tangled in the toxic web of a narcissistic relationship, you know it’s not just emotionally draining — it’s a full-body, nervous-system hijack. Your mind races, your heart pounds, and sleep becomes a distant memory. You constantly feel on edge, second-guessing yourself, exhausted yet wired, trapped in a cycle of self-doubt and emotional chaos.Sound familiar? You’re not alone.Escaping the grip of a narcissist isn’t just about walking away — it’s about reclaiming your mind, bod...
Mother Nature’s Cruel Joke: The Perimenopause Thermostat Malfunction (and How to Fix it)
I feel blessed to have turned 50. Having lost my younger sister to breast cancer at the shockingly young age of 28, I am keenly aware that every day we are given on this earth is a blessing — a bonus gift that not everybody has the fortune of receiving. So I try not to complain — too much — about the cracking joints, the sagging skin, or the random aches and pains that creep in, sometimes on the regular.But there is one thing that has me absolutely stumped.My internal thermostat seems to be on t...
Stop Studying the Narcissist Like It’s Your Job & Walk Away
Oh, and how can I forget the second-guessing of myself? Maybe I was being too difficult or demanding. Maybe I really didn’t understand what a relationship was supposed to be like — I mean, I was an adult, so what was I doing believing in fairy tales?You see, narcissists are experts at short-circuiting our inner guidance system — our intuition.That deep, knowing voice inside you that once screamed, This isn’t right! gets drowned out by their endless justifications, gaslighting, and blame-shifting...
Life Begins at 40
Ladies (and gents), let’s get real. We spent the first 40 years of our lives jumping through flaming hoops like circus performers, trying to fit into all the molds society, our families, our friends, and even that judgy inner voice told us we needed to. We chased approval like it was some golden ticket to happiness, contorted ourselves into shapes that didn’t fit, and dimmed our lights just to make sure we didn’t shine too brightly and make someone else uncomfortable.And then? Then we hit 40, an...
Burnout Unmasked: How to Heal When Your Body Says ‘Enough’
We live in a world where pushing through is glorified, where we celebrate the hustle and wear our busyness as a badge of honor. But let me tell you — your body is keeping score, and it’s not afraid to blow the whistle when the game gets out of hand. Burnout isn’t just a buzzword or a fleeting phase; it’s your body and mind’s final plea for attention.I learned this the hard way. Picture this: a young mom with three kids underfoot, juggling school and two jobs, all while enduring the torment of an...
The Silent Discard: When a Narcissist Won’t Let You Go — But Already Has
Full disclosure: I almost didn’t write this.It’s been dancing through my mind for days, weeks, months. But I was too ashamed.By putting this out there, I know I’m opening myself up to criticism, judgment, maybe even laughter. And if you’ve been through it, you’ll understand why.Because what I’m about to say is probably obvious to most people who have dealt with a narcissist — or any abusive individual. It’s not rocket science. But for those who might be struggling with this particular aspect of...
Aging Gracefully? Nah, I’m Aging Hilariously (and a Little Reluctantly)
Let’s get one thing straight: Aging isn’t for the weak. It’s an extreme sport, a high-stakes adventure, and a science experiment all rolled into one. One day, you’re rocking dewy skin, perky everything, and a metabolism that lets you eat an entire pizza at 10 p.m. with zero consequences. The next, you’re Googling “why does my neck look like crepe paper?” and wondering when your knees started making those ominous crunching sounds.And don’t even get me started on beauty trends. The world is out he...
From Empty Nest to Life’s Best: How to Go from “Now What?” to “Hell Yes!”
So, the last of your beloved offspring has flown the coop. The fridge stays miraculously full, the laundry pile no longer resembles a small mountain range, and you’ve suddenly got all this… time.At first, it’s disorienting. For years (decades even), your daily routine was dictated by the feeding, scheduling, chauffeuring, and general survival of other humans. Now? Your biggest decision is what to watch on Netflix and whether you even feel like making dinner (spoiler: probably not).But here’s the...
Staring into the Eyes of a Demon: A Terrifying Glimpse Behind the Mask of the Narcissist
It started like any other argument, one of the countless disagreements that had become routine in our relationship. At first, his face was familiar — angry, yes, but still the face I thought I knew and loved. But then, something shifted. His features contorted, his eyes darkened, and suddenly, I wasn’t looking at the man I had once adored. I was staring into something unrecognizable.His eyes… they weren’t just angry. They were black — cold, empty, soulless. The warm spark of humanity I once thou...
